Our First Dance

Given we met through ballroom dancing, we wanted to do something special for our first dance. Our first dance music is "Open Arms" by Mariah Carey. The melody (a Waltz) and the vocal are just perfect - it is such a beautiful song.

The choreography was designed by our talented dance instructor Pete Stylianos. We really enjoyed this elegant routine and the 2.5 months of practice was well worth it! During this time we not only learned how to dance together on the dance floor, but also in real life through the ups and downs.

Since we are still waiting for the professional videos (which probably will take a few more months), we are sharing our practice video (filmed by Pete). This is the "original form" of the dance without Yi-Li's big, heavy dress and hair! It is sure a lot lighter and easier to dance in casual clothes!




Open Arms by Mariah Carey

Lying beside you here in the dark
Feeling your heart beat with mine
Softly you whisper
You're so sincere
How could our love be so blind

We sailed on together
We drifted apart
And here you are by my side

So now I come to you with open arms
Nothing to hide
Believe what I say
So here I am with open arms
Hoping you'll see what your love means to me
Open arms

Living without you
Living alone
This empty house seems so cold
Wanting to hold you
Wanting you near
How much I wanted you home

But now that you've come back
Turned night into day
I need you to stay

So now I come to you with open arms
Nothing to hide
Believe what I say
So here I am with open arms
Hoping you'll see what your love means to me
Open arms